Casey Family Programs, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is the nation’s largest operating foundation focused on safely reducing the need for foster care and Building Communities of Hope for children and families across America. Founded in 1966, we work in 50 states, the District of Columbia, and two territories and with more than a dozen tribal nations to influence long-lasting improvements to the safety and success of children, families, and the communities where they live. Casey Family Programs values inclusion, diversity, equity, and respect for individuals in the workplace. We encourage candidates with diverse lived experience and perspectives from underrepresented communities to apply.
The Executive Vice President – Communications, Human Resources, & Organizational Development (EVP Comm & HROD) serves as a subject matter expert and oversees/leads the functions of those three areas in support of Casey’s strategic mission, goals, and objectives.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE EVP COMM & HROD
• Reports to and acts as a trusted advisor to the President & Chief Executive Officer.
• Serves as a member of the Executive Team, and other leadership groups, to develop the long-term strategy of the organization.
• Partners with and provides counsel to Executive Team members and the Board of Trustees regarding strategic developments, program initiatives, and operational issues.
• Brings highly refined skills in critical thinking, analysis, problem solving, risk assessment and prevention, and development of leadership at all levels, enabling and improving the success of workforce in achievement of strategic goals.
• Provides strategic input and guidance regarding options and issues in connection with best practices and operations, policies, and procedures for the organization.
• Demonstrates dedication to diversity, equity, inclusion, and championing anti-racist issues in alignment with Casey’s values. Leads by example and by coaching cultural competency.
• Leads effectively with and across teams and with external partners.
• Builds networks and identifies collaborative partners and communications & HR leaders of other organizations/foundations.
• Models good stewardship of funds. Responsible for the budget, headcount, and other resource allocations for groups reporting to role.
The EVP Comm & HROD directly supervises the following senior management staff: Managing Director, Communications; Managing Director, Human Resources; and Managing Director, Organizational Development. Responsible for the goals, outcomes, operations, and oversight of these three teams. Responsibility for the assigned departments includes oversight of approximately 25 employees and a budget of approximately $6 million.
Human Resources & Organizational Development
• Oversees all HR functions and the work developed. Provides expert knowledge across all HR functional areas and drives data informed by continuous quality improvement.
• Leverages deep subject matter expertise and knowledge to guide, implement, and enforce HR policies, programs, and procedures.
• Leads organization-wide staff, leadership, and professional learning and development programs to continue to grow the organization. Leads learning development strategies and encourages the leadership capacity and professional growth of others across the organization.
• Builds team with responsibility for hiring and termination decisions; takes direct action or delegates, as appropriate, to resolve employee relations and employment issues.
• Drives policies, programs, and procedures to maintain organization’s ability to recruit and retain highly qualified employees.
• Leads and advises on total rewards and compensation programs that will meet and exceed the needs of the employee base.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all HR-related matters, ensuring compliance with organization policies and legal requirements.
Communications
• Oversees all communications functions. Leads in creating best practices for communicating information internally and externally for the organization.
• Helps identify and build community networks and influence child-serving agencies on a national basis. Represents Casey as executive spokesperson on local, regional, and national levels.
• Oversees communication products such as the annual all-staff meeting, the signature report, and other avenues of communication.
• Provides executive review and approval of communication products. Works with President & CEO on externally-based communications.
QUALIFICATIONS
• A master’s degree (ideally in human resources or related area) with a minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible management experience, including at least seven years at the senior management level is required.
• Proven experience working successfully with a board of trustees and respecting the organizational structure of decision-making to ensure smooth operations and alignment with strategic vision.
• A balance of confidence in decision-making and diplomacy, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Extensive experience in human resources field. Current knowledge of principles and practices of employee relations necessary to achieve compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Private sector human resources experience welcomed.
• In-depth employee benefits field experience. Current knowledge of defined contribution plans and other long-term savings products.
• Knowledge of current employment trends and the potential impact on organizational strategies and goals.
• The demonstrated ability and versatility to lead a team of professionals with diverse work styles, directions, and functions.
• Strong communication skills; ability to speak effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to remain calm and perform effectively in high-pressure and stressful work environment while balancing the responsibilities and stressors inherent in the role.
• Requirement of on-site full-time work from Casey’s Seattle, WA headquarters to meet the collaborative responsibilities.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information by learning and following all relevant policies and protocols and using sound judgment in the handling and sharing of that information.
• Travel required. Driving on Casey business may require use of personal vehicle; adherence to vehicle safety guidelines and qualification for insurance is required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
COMPENSATION
The estimated salary range for this position is $350,000 to $375,000.
Casey Family Programs offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, health and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts, eligibility for 403(b) and 401(a) retirement plans, disability, basic life, employee assistance plan, and business travel insurance. Additionally, employees are eligible to accrue paid time off, starting at eight hours per month of annual leave and eight hours of sick time per month in the first year of employment. Casey Family Programs also observes 10 paid holidays per year, and each employee receives one personal holiday to use each calendar year. Employees that meet certain tenure qualifiers are eligible for up to eight weeks of parental leave for the birth or placement of a child for adoption or foster care. After the completion of 10 years of continuous, full-time employment, employees in good standing are eligible for a three-month sabbatical with pay. Casey Family Programs also offers many opportunities for continued learning, training, and development.
Casey Family Programs seeks a diverse pool of candidates. Applications, including cover letters and resumes, and nominations should be sent to the attention of Paul Spivey at [email protected].
